Massawa

My first experience with Ethiopian food and it made me happy. Fast service but we ate late so the place was empty. Would definitely come again if I get back to Winnipeg.

Service is crazy slow, but the food is always perfect and they have the BEST chai iced tea I’ve ever had.

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Great food. Not the best speed of service. A two hour wait is typical so be prepared! They only have one server for the entire restaurant and there is very little atmosphere. You’re eating here for the delicious food.

Cozy, flavourful, and accommodating. Located in Osborne Village, you’re high up enough that you feel like you have some privacy, but still right in the action. I’ve never had to wait too long for food, and the lady who runs the place is the sweetest. Best Ethiopian in the city.

This Ethiopian place is known for their extremely long wait for food. I have been lucky to never experience that. Though on my recent visit, being the first to arrive at the place with my friend, we could not find a soul in the restaurant and no one came out to greet us for a good 10 mins. That was strange.
Nonetheless, our wait for food was not too long. Definitely get the sambussa ($ 1.95 for one). This is an Ethiopian/​Somali appetizer that’s similar to a samosa. It’s a triangular shaped, deep fried flaky dough that’s stuffed with lentils, onions, and some spices.
I got my a vegetarian platter though there are non-​veg ones as well. I think my whole meal including a cocktail was under $ 25 with tips. Lots of food.

Winnipeg has a lot of Ethiopian restaurants, and Massawa is consistently the best. Consistency is key — it’s always good. The wats are all complex and delicious. The atmosphere is polished but comfortable — it’s a great place to have dinner and a bottle of wine with friends, or a date. The prices are reasonable.
Massawa is also known for its slowness of service, and this reputation is earned. Expect to wait 30 – 60 minutes for your food. Have a small snack before you leave the house! The wait, however, will be well, well worth it.